Join Laura in today's episode as she discusses the three common mistakes leaders make when managing Gen Z and provides actionable steps to become a better leader for all employees. Learn how embracing the values and needs of Gen Z can benefit the entire team and enhance your leadership skills. Gen Z is amazing at setting boundaries, and they are looking for leaders who can do the same. Laura discusses the importance of prioritizing our own career fulfillment, consistently using boundaries, and c...
Jul 17, 2024•20 min•Season 4Ep. 163
In today's episode, Laura interviews Anisa Purbasari Horton - a freelance writer and editor covering workplace and leadership topics. The conversation delved into some fascinating topics, including the unique challenges and preferences of Generation Z in the workplace. Anisa shared valuable insights on how Gen Z employees are reshaping the traditional work environment and what millennial managers can do to effectively lead and support them. They discussed the importance of setting clear boundari...
Jul 10, 2024•55 min•Season 4Ep. 162
Welcome to this listener-favorite episode! In this episode, she reflects on her one-year anniversary of rowing on the water and shares some valuable lessons I've learned along the way. She discusses her pride in her rowing journey, connecting with a diverse group of rowers, and discovering her preferences in rowing techniques. She delves into the valuable lessons she has learned from her experiences on the water, including the importance of being present, not correcting oneself excessively, and ...
Jul 03, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 161
In today's episode, Laura is bringing back a listener favorite where she shares the five common mistakes leaders make when transitioning roles. Drawing from her extensive coaching experience, Laura provides valuable insights and actionable tips to help leaders navigate transitions successfully. Learn why establishing boundaries is crucial during a transition and how it impacts your success. Discover the pitfalls of rushing to make an impact and the importance of listening and learning in the ini...
Jun 26, 2024•30 min•Season 4Ep. 160
In today's episode, Laura sits down with Dr. Heather Backstrom to delve into the topic of confidence and how women leaders can activate self-awareness, amplify their authentic talents, and accelerate workplace change through collaborative confidence. Dr. Backstrom shared valuable insights on her framework called Collaborative Confidence, which focuses on three pillars: activate, amplify, and accelerate. They discussed the importance of knowing oneself, understanding values, and building self-tru...
Jun 19, 2024•45 min•Season 4Ep. 159
In today's episode, Laura delves into the concept of redefining success for high achievers. Reflecting on the challenges of starting the year slow and the common mistakes high performers make, Laura shares valuable insights on prioritizing goals, aligning with core values, and avoiding the all-or-nothing mindset. Join Laura as she discusses the importance of giving yourself grace, setting intentional boundaries, and making mindset shifts to achieve a more balanced approach to success. If you're ...
Jun 12, 2024•23 min•Season 4Ep. 158
In today's episode, Laura is joined for an invigorating conversation by Rebecca Swanner, where she shared valuable insights on designing workspaces that align with company culture, empower teams, and enhance employee well-being. They discussed the impact of hybrid work on office design, overcoming office friction, and the importance of radical trust in organizations. Rebecca emphasizes the need for holistic workplace design that considers employees' values. She highlights the significance of ask...
Jun 05, 2024•39 min•Season 157Ep. 4
In today's episode, you'll hear Laura speak with Angela Blanco, the founder of Fluency Lab, an online Spanish school tailored for busy professionals. Laura and Angela delve into the unique challenges and rewards of learning a new language as an adult, particularly for professionals seeking to enhance their careers and personal growth. They also discuss the bravery and self-awareness required to learn a new language as an adult, the impact of language learning on authenticity and leadership, and ...
May 29, 2024•40 min•Season 4Ep. 156
In today's episode, Laura delves into the concept of learning agility and the importance of understanding your own learning style for personal and career development. Laura discusses the benefits of knowing how you learn best, such as personal fulfillment, faster skill development, career advancement, increased self-awareness, and effective team development. Laura shares insights on how to identify your learning style through self-reflection on past learning experiences and taking assessments li...
May 22, 2024•20 min•Season 4Ep. 155
In today's episode, Laura sits down with Jenn Smith, a seasoned career and HR consultant and the founder of Flourish Careers. Their conversation delves into the transformative power of aligning personal values with professional life, and how leaders can foster a more fulfilling and energizing work environment. They also explore the concept of heart-based career development, where personal fulfillment and professional success are not mutually exclusive but are interdependent. Jenn emphasizes the ...
May 15, 2024•44 min•Season 4Ep. 154
In today's listener-favorite episode, Laura walks you through a values check-in exercise where you’ll dig into how your values show up in your life and how you feel about them. Feel like some areas of your life need a refresh? This episode will also help you identify what to celebrate and what to recalibrate! If you don't have it yet, go ahead and download your free Values Worksheet here and follow along with the exercise! Laura’s first book – Values First. How Knowing Your Core Beliefs Can Get ...
May 08, 2024•14 min•Season 4Ep. 153
In today's episode, Laura and executive coach, Lynell Green, dive into the power of mindset mastery both in the workplace and in personal life. They also discuss the importance of values in guiding our decisions and how understanding our core values can shape our leadership journey. Lynell emphasizes the importance of taking ownership of your leadership journey. Waiting for permission or validation can hinder your growth and progress. As Lynell puts it, "You're not waiting for somebody to come a...
May 01, 2024•51 min•Season 4Ep. 152
In today's episode, Dr. Julie Fratantoni joins us to share her extensive knowledge on how our brains, especially the frontal lobe, are affected by our daily habits and what we can do to optimize our brain function for better leadership and life. She emphasizes the benefits of taking brain breaks throughout the day to enhance mental clarity, decision-making, and overall brain health. Laura and Dr. Fratantoni also discuss the negative impact of multitasking on brain health as it can increase stres...
Apr 24, 2024•48 min•Season 4Ep. 151
In today's session, we welcome seasoned leader with over 30 years of experience in leadership and training, Pat D'Amico, to delve into the importance of leadership development and the common mistakes leaders make, particularly in the areas of interviewing, hiring, and coaching. Pat emphasizes the significance of coaching with a mindset that encourages employees to verbalize their thought processes, which is proven to be more effective than simply instructing them on what to do. He highlights the...
Apr 17, 2024•43 min•Season 4Ep. 150
It has been 2 years since the release of Laura's book - Values First: How Knowing Your Core Beliefs Can Get You the Life and Career You Want , and to honor this milestone, in today's episode she's sharing one of the most popular topics from it. Listen in and learn the 3 steps to building a boundary. Also, don't forget to download the Values First workbook at thecatchgroup.com/valuesfirst . And don't forget to get your copy of the Values First audiobook that's now available on Itunes and Audible ...
Apr 10, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 149
In today's episode, Laura sits down with Jim Stevenson, the founder and CEO of The Bletchley Group. Jim's philosophy on leadership emphasizes the importance of empowering others and creating an environment where team members feel supported and inspired. Throughout our conversation, Jim stressed the value of curiosity in leadership, encouraging leaders to step out of their silos and engage with different parts of their organization to gain a broader perspective. He also discussed the importance o...
Apr 03, 2024•36 min•Season 4Ep. 148
Today's conversation with Sabine Gedeon is nothing short of inspiring. Laura and Sabine delve into her personal journey from her roots in Haiti to her transformative career in HR and talent development. Sabine also shares her pivotal moment when she realized that the corporate path she had been pursuing no longer aligned with her evolved self. Sabine's insights on building social capital and expanding influence are particularly enlightening. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our win...
Mar 27, 2024•45 min•Season 4Ep. 147
In this episode, Laura and Dr. Karyn Edwards get in the weeds of how values alignment influences one's impact and career success. They discuss their experience working in corporate America, the struggles Karyn sees in the leaders she coaches, and the consequences value misalignments have in the workplace. If you're ready to own your narrative and learn the tactics to live your core values while maximizing your potential in your career, then this episode is a must-listen! Laura’s first book – Val...
Mar 20, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 146
In this insightful episode of the You Belong in the C-Suite Podcast, Laura speaks with Juan Taveras, a seasoned human resources and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) professional. With over 17 years of experience, Juan has been instrumental in creating inclusive workplace initiatives that promote psychological safety and organizational alignment. In this conversation, Laura and Juan delve into his career journey and the core values that have steered him throughout his professional life. The...
Mar 13, 2024•42 min•Season 4Ep. 145
In today's episode, Laura sits down with technologist and entrepreneur Gulé Sheikh to discuss her pivotal career moments, skills development, and the transition between entrepreneurship and corporate careers. During the conversation, you'll hear Gulé reflect on the benefits and drawbacks of each path, emphasizing the importance of building breadth across multiple disciplines while honing expertise in specific areas. They also discuss the importance of purpose-driven work, self-development, and t...
Mar 06, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 144
In today's episode, Dr. Wallington shares his own leadership journey, including the pivotal experiences that shaped his career and the influence of his early days as a reporter. Listen in as we delve into the themes of mentorship, the challenges faced by African American male executives, and the importance of diversity in leadership roles. Dr. Wallington's research, which involved interviewing 30 African American male executives, provided a wealth of insights into their unique career paths, the ...
Feb 28, 2024•43 min•Season 4Ep. 143
In this episode, digital leader, Rita Lazar-Tippe joins Laura for a candid conversation on leadership, values, and team culture building. Rita has a long trajectory leading teams in different organizations and in today's episode she shares how grounding on her values has helped her become a more intentional, effective leader. She also highlights the positive impact joining Laura's coaching program has had on her career and how you too can lead with authenticity and purpose. Laura’s first book – ...
Feb 21, 2024•49 min•Season 4Ep. 142
Whether you're thinking about a new role at a new company or a new role at your current company, this episode is a must-listen for you. Today you'll hear Laura talk about how to transition confidently to your next career move and the things you should consider to have a successful outcome. This episode comes with a wealth of advice and strategies to help you find the right corporate fit, use your values and non-negotiables to evaluate your career opportunities, find the commonalities that are bo...
Feb 14, 2024•37 min•Season 4Ep. 141
In today's episode, executive search expert, Kyle Samuels emphasizes the importance of expanding the pool of candidates for executive roles to include more diverse and non-traditional profiles, moving beyond the limited circles that traditional search firms often rely on. He also breaks down the value that executive search firms provide to both companies and candidates. For companies, it's about expertise and a white-glove service that internal teams may not be able to offer. For candidates, it'...
Feb 07, 2024•52 min•Season 4Ep. 140
Welcome to the first episode of season 4 of the You Belong in the C-Suite podcast! We often hear January is considered the perfect month of the year to leap into action, set goals, and plan how great we want this new year to be. But what if we've been getting it wrong all along? This year, Laura would like to suggest you try something a little different: start slow. And with that, she is giving you permission to take the space to really get clear on what you want this next year to be all about. ...
Jan 31, 2024•15 min•Season 4Ep. 139
One of our values here at the Catch Group and the You Belong in the C-suite podcast is feedback. So, in today's episode, we want to share the results from the listener survey! A lot of you want to learn more about strategic planning, building boundaries, and even Laura's personal development journey. You ask and Laura listens, so stay tuned because new episodes for season 4 in 2024 are already brewing and they include a lot of what you want to hear! Laura is all about helping you do your best wo...
Dec 13, 2023•15 min•Season 3Ep. 138
It has been an amazing year of growth here at the You Belong in the C-suite podcast and in today's episode, Laura brings some of the most popular conversations from the season. We've had great guests and a great deal of accomplishments with the show but most of all, we've got to truly live out our values by bringing topics that enhance your life and help you live a life in line with what matters most to you. Thank you so much for being here and remember - you belong here, you belong in the C-sui...
Dec 06, 2023•56 min•Season 3Ep. 137
In today's solo episode, Laura shares her indoor-to-water rowing journey and the 5 lessons she has learned from it over the last year. Listen in to also get a glimpse of her book - Values First, How Knowing Your Core Beliefs Can Get You the Life and Career You Want , as she also shares one of the chapters in which she talks about how she started rowing and how the name of her company was born. We hope you enjoy this personal, yet full of wisdom episode - enjoy! Laura’s first book – Values First....
Nov 29, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 136
In today's episode, Laura and productivity expert, Yari Ising are bringing a very timely episode on how you as a leader can have more intentional meetings, cancel them if needed without the shame, and how to repurpose them to positively impact your team. You'll learn why meeting cultures are tied to the organization's culture, the importance of having a clear agenda, and more. We know that after listening to this episode you will be inspired to do less and have better meetings. Enjoy! Laura’s fi...
Nov 22, 2023•42 min•Season 3Ep. 135
In today's chat with Lisa Reynolds, learn about the significance of role-modeling organizational values and integrating one's leadership style while staying connected to the organization's values. Not only is Lisa an expert when it comes to change management, but her collaborative approach on leadership helps people create a shared understanding and commitment to the organization's values. Laura and Lisa dive deep into her career journey, her core values, and how they align to her organization's...
Nov 15, 2023•41 min•Season 3Ep. 134
